U.S. Sets New China Chip Tariff at 0% Now With Increase Planned for 2027

Overview

• The new tariff action is effective immediately at a 0% rate for Chinese semiconductors.
• The rate is scheduled to rise on June 23, 2027, with the specific level to be announced at least 30 days in advance.
• The measure is explicitly additional to existing 50% duties on Chinese chips, which remain in force.
• The decision will be formalized in the Federal Register on December 29, 2025.
• USTR says the move follows a year-long probe focused on legacy chip exports and concludes China’s policies unreasonably restrict U.S. commerce.